The Daily Office: Recent Episodes
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Frs. Steve and Luke talk about St. Bridget of Sweden on her feast day before talking about the recent IRS court filing regarding churches and politics.
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Frs. Steve and Luke decide to actualize tongues of fire in this podcast for Pentecost as they talk about the Holy Spirit while eating the hottest wings they could find.
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Rubrics is back as Frs. Steve and Luke talk about connecting with the sanctoral calendar by means of food, give their thoughts on the new pope, and give an update on the parish.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Such a wonderful time talking with staff singer Joyner Horner. Joyner has been singing off and on at St Timothy's since she was a teenager. Two masters degrees later, she's back and we talk singing, faith, and the ministry of music.
Fr. Luke sits down with three of our parishioners to talk about giving. We discuss questions such as, When did you start giving, What makes giving difficult, and What advice do you have to those who want to start giving.
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Join us on the Feast of Christ the King, November 24th, for Pledge Sunday. We will offer our physical pledge cards as a sign of our commitment and pray for God's blessings over our parish.
Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke are back for a discussion about energy and excitement in parishes followed by a discussion about the intercession of the saints: what do we mean when we say that and why do we "pray" to them?
October 14, 2024
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In this podcast episode, Father Steve Rice and Father Luke Klingstedt discuss various topics including the Assumption of Mary, changes in life, and finding hope and constancy in the midst of change. They reflect on their personal relationships with the Virgin Mary and the significance of the Marian dogmas. They also mention the Anglican Roman Catholic international consultation on Mary and the Immaculate Conception. The conversation then transitions to discussing the changes they have experienced recently, such as the start of new formation series for young adults, the return of youth activities, and personal milestones like James turning one and buying a house.Keywordspodcast, Assumption of Mary, change, hope, constancy, Marian dogmas, Anglican Roman Catholic international consultation, Immaculate Conception, young adults, youth activities, personal milestones Takeaways* The Assumption of Mary and the Marian dogmas are important theological concepts that can be explored and understood within the Anglican tradition. * Change is a constant part of life, and it is important to find hope and constancy amidst these changes. * Engaging with devotions and practices related to the Assumption of Mary can deepen one's understanding and faith. * The Anglican Roman Catholic international consultation provides valuable resources for understanding and discussing Mary and related doctrines. * Personal milestones and changes, such as the start of new programs and buying a house, can bring both excitement and challenges.
Titles* Engaging with Devotions and Practices * New Beginnings and Personal Milestones
Sound Bites* "You know, I have really loved this octave of the assumption." * "My relationship with the Virgin Mary was complicated." * "Mary as the new Eve."
Chapters00:00Introduction and Technical Difficulties01:17The Assumption of Mary and the Octave Day03:02Personal Reflections on the Assumption of Mary05:07Engaging with Devotions and Practices06:29The Anglican Roman Catholic International Consultation07:26Changes in Life and New Beginnings
Fr. Peter Anthony will be at St Timothy's September 15-16 for a parish mission. Register for free here: https://sttimothysws.org/parish-mission Fr Peter's book: https://a.co/d/5WmtTtZ
Frs. Steve and Luke sit down to talk about sacred art and some of the challenges that come up when commissioning it, especially as it relates to diversity and culture.
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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Frs. Steve and Luke are back in Eastertide to discuss evidence for the resurrection of our Lord and the Feast of the Annunciation.
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Frs. Steve and Luke talk about the Ten Commandments, how we might misunderstand them, and what purpose they serve for our lives today.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Frs. Steve and Luke talk about ascetic practices during the season of Lent, what the Scriptures mean when they say suffering can be helpful, and what fasting actually does for us.
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Frs. Steve and Luke sit down to talk about Ash Wednesday and how to have a fruitful Lent
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Frs. Steve and Luke talk about Charles, King and Martyr before discussing the upcoming Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord, otherwise known as Candlemas.
Wednesday, January 31, 2024.
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Frs. Steve and Luke are back in 2024 to talk about Anthony of Egypt and the Desert Fathers.
Thursday, January 18, 2024
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Fr. Luke sits down for a solo episode to talk about whether or not Christmas is Christian? Did the early Christians appropriate pagan customs? Does it matter if they did?
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Frs. Steven and Luke spend some time talking about St. Lucy and the importance of festivals and traditions, especially in the Advent Season.
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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Frs. Steve and Luke talk about the recent controversy at the National Cathedral and what it teaches us about simony, the grace of God, and who the church exists for.
Wednesday, November 29
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Frs. Steve and Luke talk a little about Thanksgiving, why the Eucharist is so central to becoming thankful people, and the cleansing of the ten lepers in Luke's Gospel.
November 22, 2023
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Frs. Steve and Luke sit down to talk about a Christian view of money, why we are called to tithe and give our money away, and they address some misconceptions about these practices that people might have.
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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Fr. Steve's newest educational endeavor provides a basis for a discussion about morality and ethics. How do we know what the "right" thing to do is?
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke sit down to talk about ghosts, spirits, the dead, and Halloween. Information for Fr. Steve's discussion this Sunday can be found here: https://sttimothysws.org/clergy-blog/things-that-go-bump-in-the-night
Wednesday, October 25, 2023.
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We sit down to discuss the current events in Gaza and Israel, with a special focus on why the situation in the Holy Land is so complicated.
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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This week, we sit down to talk about worldly entertainment. How should Christians approach film, music, and art? Are there types of movies we should avoid?
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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Frs. Steve and Luke talk about angels in preparation for the Feast of St. Michael and All Angels.
September 27, 2023
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Frs. Steve and Luke sit down to talk about forgiveness and the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023.
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On the day before Holy Cross, Frs. Steve and Luke talk about sacred space, the true cross, and the crucifixion.
Wednesday, September 13, 2023.
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Frs. Steve and Luke talk about the liturgies of the week, the parable of the Good Samaritan, and close by talking about some upcoming feast days.
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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Frs. Steve and Luke sit down to talk about changes in life and what they tell us about ourselves and God.
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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Frs. Steve and Luke discuss Joseph of Arimathea and the Society bearing his name here at St. Timothy's.
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Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
Abigail Rice joins Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke to talk about going to college, the challenges of living a Christian life as a young person, sports and extracurriculars, and more.
Wednesday, July 26, 2023.
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Frs. Steve and Luke sit down to talk about parenthood and its challenges, living in the Spirit, St. Macrina, and more.
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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Frs. Steve and Luke sit down on the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul to talk about these two pillars of our faith before discussing why we should make mass a priority and what exactly happens when we go to mass.
Thursday, June 29, 2023.
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Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke sit down to talk about the upcoming youth mission trip, our philosophy of spiritual formation, and conclude by talking about some current stories and how they relate to pastoral leadership.
Thursday, June 15, 2023
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This week, Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke sit down to discuss Fr. Steve's recent trip to England, the Feast of Corpus Christi, and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.
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Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Fr. Luke sits down with our organist and choirmaster, Dr. Robert Matthews to discuss sacred music, weekly planning, and much more.
Wednesday, May 10, 2023.
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Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke discuss this Saturday's Coronation of King Charles, the prescribed liturgy, and why American Christians should care about it.
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke discuss Saint Benedict Joseph Labre for a bit before diving into a discussion about favorite Bible verses and how we should read the Bible.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Today we talk about Luke's recent ordination before looking at the various resurrection accounts in our lectionary this season and how they all share a similar theme.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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On Holy Wednesday, Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke talk about Holy Week, the upcoming Triduum, and Psalm 22.
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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke discuss Palm Sunday and the Apocrypha in today's episode.
March 30, 2023
Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke discuss hot button issues and how they approach them, especially from the pulpit, before closing with a discussion on the Feast of the Annunciation this Saturday and why the virgin birth is important.
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke talk about a recent trip to NYC and the museums there, Paul's letter to the Ephesians and how it relates to Christian Formation, and finally what formation looks like in our church today.
Wednesday, March 15, 2023.
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Link to the Lent Family Formation Resource Packet: https://sttimothysws.org/s/Lent_Family_Resource_Booklet.pdf
Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke discuss the Murdaugh Trial, the depth of evil in our world, and how the martyrs help us respond to evil and suffering as Christians.
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke discuss Ember Days and ordination, the revival at Asbury College, and the Holy Spirit.
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke discuss Lent and how to make it a holy season.
February 20, 2023
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Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke answer a listener question and talk about their journeys to the Episcopal Church and the Anglican tradition.
February 15, 2023
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Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke discuss Jesus' words in Matthew 5 about the Law. Why should Christians read Leviticus? How do we follow the Law today?
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Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke discuss the presentation of Jesus in the Temple found in Luke 2 along with Simeon's "Nunc Dimittis" and words to Mary. They conclude with discussing the Feast of Candlemas and look at the Prayer Book Tradition of the "Churching of Women," which can provide a refreshing and empowering view of women and childbirth.
Fr. Steve and Fr. Luke discuss the Conversion of St. Paul and how it affects us today.Painting referenced in the episode is Caravaggio's "Conversion on the Way to Damascus."https://sttimothysws.org
Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19
Tradition: Bishops and "The Delivery of the Keys to Saint Peter" by Pietro Perugino
Reason: Christian Unity
Closing out our Advent series on the Four Last Things: Death, Judgment, Heaven and Hell. Tonight we discussed Revelation 4 and 21, Luke 23, Exodus 19, and other Scriptural passages before discussing various terms used for Heaven (Paradise, Heaven, etc.) and Hell (Hades, Sheol, Gehenna, Hell). We close our discussion by briefing discussing the idea of universal salvation.
Week Two of our Advent series on the Four Last Things: Death, Judgment, Heaven and HellScripture: Revelation 20 (also mentioned: Mark 2 and Daniel 7)Tradition: Purgatory/Intermediate StateReason: Antinomianism
Week One of our Advent series on the Four Last Things: Death, Judgment, Heaven and Hell
Scripture: Romans 5 Tradition: The Dies Irae and Memento Mori Reason: Why do we still die?
Dies Irae video mentioned in this episode: https://youtu.be/-9fsKOh0L4g
This week we discuss the feast of Christ the King and the role of Jesus as King of kings.
Scripture: John 18 Tradition: Quas Primas Reason: the relationship between Christianity and politics.
From our Going Away Party; a conversation with an attorney, funeral director, and Fr Steve about preparing for death.
Fr Steve Rice and Fr Luke Klingstedt present the adult formation class on Scripture, Tradition, and Reason, looking at the Feast of St Michael and All Angels.
Frs Steve and Luke address Scripture, Tradition, and Reason on the Feast of St Matthew.
Fr Steve Rice speaks with The Reverend Canon Jeremy Haselock, former chaplain to Her late Majesty the Queen. The conversation touches on the Ecclesiastical Household, the late Queen, death and mourning, and what we can expect from the funeral and the coronation of King Charles III.
Fr Steve Rice and Luke Klingstedt talk about discussing tragedies such as school shootings with youth and children.
Hymn: Ave, maris Stella
Psalms: 131, 146
First Lesson: Isaiah 52.1-12
Second Lesson: Hebrews 2.5-18
Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Ave, maris Stella
Psalm: 85
First Lesson: Wisdom 9.1-12
Second Lesson: Galatians 4.1-5
Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Jesu, Redemptor omnium
Psalms: 112-113
First Lesson: Ezekiel 3:17-21
Second Lesson: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25
Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Audi, benigne Conditor
Psalms:82-85
First Lesson: Romans 7.13-25
Second Lesson: John 6.15-27
Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Jesu, quadragenariae
Psalms: 78
First Lesson: Romans 7.1-12
Second Lesson: John 6.1-15
Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Audi, benigne Conditor
Psalms: 59-61
First Lesson: Romans 5.12-21
Second Lesson: John 8.21-32
Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Jesu, quadragenariae
Psalms: 53-55
First Lesson: Romans 5.1-11
Second Lesson: John 8.12-20
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Audi, benigne Conditor
Psalms: 47-49
First Lesson: Romans 4.13-25
Second Lesson: John 7.37-52
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Jesu, quadragenariae
Psalms: 27-29
First Lesson: Romans 2.25-3.18
Second Lesson: John 5.30-47
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Audi, benigne Conditor
Psalms: 22-23
First Lesson: Romans 2.12-24
Second Lesson: John 5.19-29
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Jesu, quadragenariae
Psalm: 18
First Lesson: Romans 1.28-2.11
Second Lesson: John 5.1-18
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Audi, benigne Conditor
Psalms: 12-14
First Lesson: Romans 1.16-25
Second Lesson: John 4.43-54
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Jesu, Redemptor onmium
Psalms: 6-8
First Lesson: Romans 1.1-15
Second Lesson: John 4.27-42
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Audi, benigne Conditor
Psalms: 126-131
First Lesson: Hebrews 5.1-10
Second Lesson: John 4.1-26
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Jesu, quadragenariae
Psalm: 119.146-176
First Lesson: Hebrews 4.11-16
Second Lesson: John 3.22-36
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Audi, benigne Conditor
Psalms: 119:73-104
First Lesson: Hebrews 4.1-10
Second Lesson: John 3.16-21
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: exultet calm ladibus
Pslam: 33
First Lesson: 1 Samuel 12.1-5
Second Lesson: acts 20.17-35
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Audi, benigne Conditor
Psalms: 114-115
First Lesson: Hebrews 3.1-11
Second Lesson: John 2.13-22
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Jesu, quadragenariae
Psalms: 108-109
First Lesson: Hebrews 2.11-18
Second Lesson: John 2.1-12
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Jesu, quadregenariae
Psalms: 98-101
First Lesson: Titus 2.1-15
Second Lesson: John 1.35-42
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Audi, benigne Conditor
Psalm: 93-94
First Lesson: Titus 1.1-16
Second Lesson: John 1.29-34
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Jesu, quadragenariae
Psalms: 89
First Lesson: Hebrews 12.1-14
Second Lesson: Luke 18.9-14
Marian Anthem: Ave Regina, Caelorum
Hymn: Telluris ingens Conditor
Psalms: 83-85
First Lesson: Hebrews 2.1-10
Second Lesson: John 1.19-28
Marian Anthem: Ave Regina, Caelorum
Hymn: Immense caeli conditor
Psalm: 78
First Lesson: Hebrews 1.1-14
Second Lesson: John 1.1-18
Marian Anthem: Ave Regina, Caelorum
Hymn: Deus creator omnium
Psalms: 69-70
First Lesson: 2 Timothy 4.1-8
Second Lesson: Mark 10.46-52
Marian Anthem: Ave Regina, Caelorum
Hymn: Plasmator hominis, Deus
Psalms: 65-67
First Lesson: 2 Timothy 3.1-17
Second Lesson: Mark 10.32-45
Marian Anthem: Ave Regina, Caelorum
Hymn: Ave, maris Stella
Psalms: 59-61
First Lesson: 2 Timothy 2.14-26
Second Lesson: Mark 10.17-31
Marian Anthem: Ave Regina, Caelorum
Hymn: Jesu, Corona Virginum
Psalms:53-55
First Lesson: 2 Timothy 1.15-2.13
Second Lesson: Mark 10.1-16
Marian Anthem: Ave Regina, Caelorum
Hymn: Telluris ingens Conditor
Psalms: 47-49
First Lesson: 1 Timothy 1.1-14
Second Lesson: Mark 9.42-50
Marian Anthem: Ave Regina, Caelorum
Hymn: Immense caeli conditor
Psalms: 41-43
First Lesson: Galatians 6.11-18
Second Lesson: Mark 9.30-41
Marian Anthem: Ave Regina, Caelorum
Hymn: Lucis Creator optime
Psalms: 37
First Lesson: Hebrews 12.1-6
Second Lesson: John 7.37-46
Marian Anthem: Ave Regina, Caelorum
Hymn: Deus Creator omnium
Psalm: 32-34
First Lesson: Galatians 5.16-24
Second Lesson: Mark 9.2-13
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Sanctorum meritis
Psalms: 27-29
First Lesson: Galatians 5.16-24
Second Lesson: Mark 9.2-13
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Magnae Deus potentiae
Psalms: 22-23
First Lesson: Galatians 5.1-15
Second Lesson: Mark 8.27-9.1
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Deus, quorum militum
Psalms: 18
First Lesson: Galatians 4.21-31
Second Lesson: Mark 8.11-26
Marian Anthem: Ave, Regina Caelorum
Hymn: Quod chorus vatus
Psalms: 48, 87
First Lesson: Haggai 2.1-9
Second Lesson: 1 John 3.1-8
Marian Anthem: Alma Redemptoris Mater
Hymn: Quod chorus vatum
Psalms: 113, 122
First Lesson: 1 Samuel 1.20-28a
Second Lesson: Romans 8.14-21
Marian Anthem: Alma Redemptoris Mater
Hymn: Lucis Creator optime
Psalms: 147-150
First Lesson: Hebrews 11.8-16
Second Lesson: John 7.14-31
Marian Anthem: Alma Redemptoris Mater
Hymn: Deus, quorum militum
Psalm: 144-150
First Lesson: Galatians 3.23-39
Second Lesson: Mark 7.1-23
Marian Anthem: Alma Redemptoris Mater
Hymn: Plasmator hominis, Deus
Psalms: 141-143
First Lesson: Galatians 3.15-22
Second Lesson: Mark 6.47-56
Marian Anthem: Alma Redemptoris Mater
Hymn: Vos succensa Deo
Pss: 136-138
First Lesson: Galatians 3.1-14
Second Lesson: Mark 6.30-46
Marian Anthem: Alma Redemptoris Mater
Hymn: Vos succensa Deo
Psalms: 126-131
First Lesson: Galatians 4.12-31
Second Lesson: Mark 8.11-26
Marian Anthem: Alma Redemptoris
Propers for the Patronal Feast
Pss, 96-97
Jeremiah 31.10-14
Romans 12
Marian Anthem: Alma Redepmptoris Mater